Vegetarian Party-Style Tomato Basil Skewers
These little skewers are the kind of appetizer that disappears from the platter before you even finish setting it down. Each one layers a juicy cherry tomato, a folded fresh basil leaf, and a creamy cube of mozzarella — essentially a classic caprese salad in one perfect, poppable bite. A drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze ties everything together with a rich, tangy finish, while flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper add just the right amount of contrast. Assembly is genuinely simple: fold, thread, arrange, drizzle, done. There's no cooking involved, which means less time in the kitchen and more time actually enjoying the party. The ingredients are clean and straightforward, so you never have to second-guess what's on the platter — just fresh produce, real dairy, and good olive oil. Whether you're hosting a summer gathering or just need a crowd-pleasing starter that looks far more impressive than the effort it requires, this one delivers every time.
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8 servings
- 24 cherry tomatoes
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, cut into 24 bite-sized cubes
- 24 fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- ¼ tsp flaky sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
- 1
Fold each basil leaf in half lengthwise so it forms a compact bundle, then thread one cherry tomato, one folded basil leaf, and one mozzarella cube onto each small skewer or toothpick, in that order. Repeat with the remaining 23 skewers.
- 2
Arrange the finished skewers in a single layer on a serving platter.
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